I was interested in reading the hawkwatch lists I am a bit surprised to see we have had a report of a kestrel on the 3rd and today I saw a northern harrier as well our first trss sparrows are arriving as well as common grackle has joined the redwings that have arrived. We were also excited to have slow moving v of sandhill cranes spotted. More reports to follow. thanks to all who sent me emails to encourage the reporting of birds that are not exciting for southern birders but those interested in tracking the northward flow of birds . We still have large flocks of redpolls and snow buntings seem be everywhere . We currently have lots of snow which will linger but plus 9 is promised for Thursday. Please keep sending birds north. _______________________________________________ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to [email protected] For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide
